In smaller gauges rifled slug fragmentation problems become pronounced. In this example, twenty gauge #3B*, (.25" diameter and 24 grains per pellet), exhibited greater penetration in the test medium than a 5/8th ounce Remington 20 gauge rifled slug:
The Box O' Truth #22 - 20 Gauge Shotgun - The Box O' Truth
*#3B Eastern is also known as #9 Western Buckshot.
The Box O' Truth #22 - 20 Gauge Shotgun - The Box O' Truth
*#3B Eastern is also known as #9 Western Buckshot.
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